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Tummy Time Baby

© Amber J. Skene

Tummy Time Baby

Uploaded: April 08, 2008

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Okay everyone. I would LOVE some honest feedback on this.

Here is the problem I ran into during the shoot. My lights do not go down far enough for babies that are on the floor. I wanted to prop him up on a table of some sort, but didn't have anything I felt safe with. So, they ended up darker than the others. So, I had more PSE 5 work to do than the previous ones.

So, I played with color curves and added a levels layer to brighten it up.

What do you think?? Did I do okay? Too bright? Not bright enough? Skin tones okay?

Really would like to know how I did.

Thanks!! Happy Tuesday!!

ISO 400, 1/160, 4.5, handheld


Exif: F Number: 4.5, Exposure Bias Value: 0.00, ExposureTime: 1/160 seconds, Flash: did not fire, compulsory flash mode, ISO: 400, White balance: Manual white balance, FocalLength: 50.00 mm, Model: Canon EOS DIGITAL REBEL XT

Comments

Genevieve Powell April 08, 2008

I think it's precious and I like the lighting as is, it looks like you purposely wanted it where it is. I understand what you are looking for though. Have you tried reflectors? I love mine! The other thing you could try is a ring flash to fill where your lights aren't reaching. #896451

Luigi Di Serio level-classic April 08, 2008

This is very outstanding, it looks like an ad. #5762535

Patrick Rouzes level-classic April 08, 2008

This is a phenomenal series here, Amber, with each one captured magnificently!!! I expect to see at least one- or more- again!!! Best of luck ,my friend- you are very talented!!!
#5762636

Christian Rosito April 08, 2008

Hey Amber this is great, love the detail and lighting is perfect for me. To me the picture is fabulous, the only suggestion I can find is to change the color of the signature, maybe gray, to me it's a little distracting right now but the picture is very good as it is. #5762900

Sheila D. Bottoms April 08, 2008

Well I am not one to give advise. I have a lot to learn myself, but I agree with the reflector. You may want to try that. I too love mine! Wonderful series. #5763121

Tressie Davis April 08, 2008

I like this one Amber - skin tones look good on my monitor and it's not too bright or dark to me. What a cutie!! #5763428

Amanda O. Cannon April 08, 2008

Girl, this is just adorable, His pose is perfect. The lighting look good to me. I dont think you want it too bright onlittle ones like this. His skin tones look nice too!!!!
#5763456

Colette M. Metcalf April 08, 2008

This is WONDERFUL, Amber!!! #5763711

April 08, 2008

I'm no pro... but I think this is beautiful! #5763889

Raquel J. Ruiz April 08, 2008

HI Amber this is a portrait any parent would be totally thrilled about you did a great job and what a cutie! Keep up the great work :o) #5764468

Tiia Vissak April 09, 2008

a cute capture! #5764863

Kirsten Kiki Kjaer April 09, 2008

I think you did beautiful work, Amber. It's a great portrait of a beautiful baby. I love the pov. And what a natural model!! #5765083

Shannon D. Miller April 09, 2008

Love it Amber! Turned out sooo...cute! The lighting is great and I love the white bg, excellent work girl! Shannon~ #5766287

Sarah G April 09, 2008

PSE work looks good. You've done an excellent job!!!

#5768816

Jennifer L. Alder April 11, 2008

This is WONDERFUL!!!! GREAT low pov, eyes.. skin tone and light, Amber :) #5776191

Teresa Norris April 14, 2008

Totally precious and well done, Amber...I think it's awesome just the way it is!!! #5787141

Lisa J. Boulden level-classic April 30, 2008

Love this pose and expression!
Such a sweet and wonderful hi key portrait!
~Lisa #5863437

Howard B. Cheek May 04, 2008

I picked this one from the series for its POV, and the babies cute smile/expression Amber.
Very nice :)
Howard #5882730

Angela Azzinnaro July 08, 2008

ADORABLE capture Amber!!!!! #6155360

Jennifer A. Lambert July 31, 2008

I agree with everyone here. I think this is GREAT. The lighting looks fine to me. ( You could use reflectors if you like though ) I love this series...very cute ! The skin tones are good, clarity good...lighting good...all is well in my humble opinion. The only thing I would change, as stated in another post above is the color of your name , it pulls the eye to it like it is now. Try a silver / Gray or a light blue maybe, even a light golden yellow or skintone color would work.
Blessings, Jenny N Bama

VERY NICE WORK !!! #6255688


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